Create secure places for young people in out of home care as a therapeutic youth worker.Opportunities for Cert or Dip qualified youth workers with experienceUp to $***** base rate and up to $15,900 tax free!
Permanent part-time opportunities with guaranteed hours and regular rostersSupport young people in care to feel safe, build trust, and believe in their futures across our client's homes in Maitland and Newcastle.What's on offer:Regular rosters, guaranteed permanent hours.Up to $***** + Super + Penalties depending on qualification and experience.Salary packaging up to $15,900 plus $2,650 meals and entertainment card.Paid induction and training with career progression opportunities.24/7 clinical and operational crisis and incident response support.Supportive, collaborative team culture.About you:Relevant qualifications (Certificate or Diploma) in Youth Work, Community Services, Disability or Mental HealthExperience supporting children and/or young people with complex needs.Strong communication and relationship-building skills.Empathy, resilience,



and a solutions-focused mindsetUnrestricted driver's licenseRegular availability across a range of shifts, including weekends and overnightsWhat you'll be doing:You'll be supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, or challenging life circumstances, creating safe, stable, and nurturing environments to help them develop emotional regulation, life skills, and positive relationships.Active support: meal prep, dressing, transportation, social outings, plan for and achieve daily goalsHealth support: administer and document medication and follow health support plansPositive behaviour support: manage behaviours, triggers and escalationsSafeguarding: ensure safety of you and the young person, documentation and reportsOur client is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and we welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds and other diversity groups.
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📌 Therapeutic Youth Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Orchard Talent Group
📍 New South Wales